German Awards - World War I Cross of Honor

The World War Cross of Honor was established at the initiative of President Paul von Hindenburg. This was the first state award in memory of the 1 World War. The Cross of Honor of the World War was awarded in 3 versions: a cross for front-line soldiers, a cross for war veterans, a cross for survivors (widows and parents). However, only one version can be requested. The cross was issued by city authorities, police or other government agencies. The cross was awarded a total of about 10,000,000 times in 3 forms and therefore was not uncommon. There are many manufacturers with different markings.
The war participants were considered Germans and allies who carried military service, but did not participate in battles, etc. Source: J. Nimmergut, Deutsche Orden und Ehrenzeichen before 1945, vol. IV, 2001.

Bronze iron cross with border. In the center is a medallion. Above is a corrugated embossed ear with a ribbon ring.

Front side:

In the
• center is a round medallion along the edge, consisting of an oak-leafy wreath tied from below.
In
• a closed field, annual figures are among themselves: - 1914-1918. -

Downside:

• Smooth and bronze with stamped manufacturer's signature.
• Here deepened - IMME -.

Tape:

• Width 31 mm, edging black 1 mm, side stripes white 6 mm, central stripes black/red/black 5 mm each.

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